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Author

Brisbane Indigenous Media Association

Publisher

Brisbane Indigenous Media Association

City

Brisbane

Type

Audiovisual

Description

This radio program provides information on Emotions Anonymous (EA) for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. In this program a spokesperson from EA explains that the purpose of the support group is to provide a supportive place where people can explore their emotions with others. There are many reasons why people might attend EA, and the benefits include peace of mind, serenity, and finding solutions to one's problems. The radio program runs for 1 minute and 27 seconds.

Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet abstract

When to use this resource

The information in this radio program provides information about a support group called Emotions Anonymous (EA). The information in this radio program would benefit Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are experiencing emotional issues, as well as those who don't have the support of family and friends and would like to talk to someone about their feelings. Health workers could let clients and their families know how to access the radio program or provide clients and families with the contact details for EA. The program could also be downloaded at health service sites for clients to access.